Stuffed Cheesecake Fried Apple Pies
Crispy, Creamy, and Bursting with Sweet Apple-Cinnamon Filling—Like a Carnival and Grandma’s Kitchen Had a Delicious Baby
Craving comfort food with a twist? These Stuffed Cheesecake Fried Apple Pies are handheld bites of pure indulgence. With a cinnamon-spiced apple filling, tangy cheesecake center, and a crispy golden shell, every bite delivers warm fall flavor and creamy richness. They’re easier than you think—and disappear even faster.
What You’ll Need (Makes about 8–10 hand pies):
For the Apple Pie Filling:
- 2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Cheesecake Filling:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
For Assembly:
- 1 package refrigerated pie dough (or use homemade!)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Optional for Finishing:
- Cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar for dusting
- Caramel sauce for drizzling